The I-Know Department of the Mary and Jeff Bell Library recognizes the many accomplishments of Corpus Christi native Eva Longoria, for Women’s History Month 2025. More than an award-winning actor and director, Eva Longoria is a passionate advocate for education, literacy, cancer-research, and an active supporter of numerous charities.
The I-Know Department of the Mary and Jeff Bell Library celebrates Dr. Clotilde Pérez García, for Women’s History Month 2025. A trailblazer in medicine, education, and social advocacy, Dr. Clotilde Pérez García was a champion for early childhood education, public school desegregation, and healthcare access for Mexican American communities. As one of the few women in her medical class, she broke barriers and later co-founded organizations dedicated to early childhood education, civil rights, and genealogical research. Her achievements were recognized with prestigious awards throughout her lifetime, including the Outstanding Citizen's Award from the American G.I. Forum in 1972.
Selena Quintanilla Selena is famous for her voice and Tejano music, leading fans to give her the title of"The Queen of Tejano."Selena started her singing career at just nine years old.Her father formed a family band, Selena y Los Dinos, which traveled across Texas performing and opening for various Tejano bands. Did You Know: Along with singing, Selena was also a fashion designer! Selena Inc. was the name of her boutiques, and she had two locations in Texas. When she won Female Entertainer at…